Security Industry Events Calendar
UPCOMING INDUSTRY EVENTS
The SIA security industry events calendar is a guide to SIA official events and major industry events, as well as events where SIA has a presence or a partnership.

November 2023
Security Industry Cybersecurity Certification (SICC) Review Course at ISC East
Build your test-day confidence and prepare to obtain the Security Industry Cybersecurity Certification (SICC) with the new SICC Review Course! The SICC Review Course is designed to help prepare you for the certification exam using proven instructional design techniques and interactive learning tools. This comprehensive instructor-led course covers key concepts and skills that directly correspond with the 10 knowledge domains outlined on the SICC exam blueprint. During the course, our experienced instructors will guide you through an in-depth review of…
Find out more »October 2023
Securing New Ground
Once a year, the security industry’s brightest minds, biggest players, and most driven entrepreneurs come together for information sharing, top-level networking, and security industry business analysis. At Securing New Ground trends are spotted, connections are formed and minds are opened. Join us!
Find out more »Basics of SPM October 2023
Ready to take your projects and career to the next level? More than just knowing the technology, successful project management involves budgeting, client management, timeline execution and more. When you’re ready to excel, SIA’s Security Project Management training course can help you.
Find out more »SPM Seminar October 2023
This 2.5-day, instructor-led program offers project managers clear perspective on the importance of their role to project stakeholders and identifies risk that could hinder project success.
Find out more »December 2023
Basics of SPM December 2023
Ready to take your projects and career to the next level? More than just knowing the technology, successful project management involves budgeting, client management, timeline execution and more. When you’re ready to excel, SIA’s Security Project Management training course can help you.
Find out more »November 2023
SIA OSDP Boot Camp at ISC East
The next OSDP Boot Camp is coming to ISC East 2023! Join us in New York City to get the essential information, resources and training you need on the SIA Open Supervised Device Protocol and how to deploy modern, interoperable, OSDP-compliant systems. OSDP is an access control communications standard developed by the Security Industry Association (SIA) to improve interoperability among access control and security products. With the protocol now in wide use by many top product developers, knowledge of how…
Find out more »SIA NCRSF November Networking
You are invited to join the SIA National Capital Region Security Forum (NCRSF) for a free industry networking event in the Washington, D.C.-area. Meet and connect with fellow security professionals over complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres on Thursday, November 16, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at this event generously sponsored by ZeroEyes and held at the Axis Experience Center in Arlington, Virginia.
Find out more »October 2023
SPM Seminar/CSPM Review Course Toronto
Take advantage of this special joint offering of the Security Industry Association's Security Project Management (SPM) Training and Certified Security Project Manager (CSPM) Review Course. Learn the essentials of project planning, initiation, implementation, monitoring and closing. Plus, cover key concepts and skills for the CSPM certification exam that will help you identify specific areas where you might need to do some additional preparation before the exam. Course Schedule (All Times EDT): Monday, Oct. 23, 2023, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.…
Find out more »November 2023
Perimeter PREVENT
Join the Security Industry Association (SIA) in Washington, D.C., on Nov. 1, 2023, to engage on the critical issues related to perimeter defense for physical environments, including government and commercial facilities, critical infrastructure, events and more. This free event gathers policymakers, federal agency personnel, architects, engineers and security solution providers for an all-day symposium featuring educational presentations, networking opportunities and open forum to present your questions and ideas. Breakfast and lunch are included in your complimentary registration.
Find out more »April 2024
SIA Market Leaders Reception at ISC West
SIA's Market Leaders Reception is the place to be to kick off ISC West 2024! This special event is considered the best business networking event at ISC West, attended by the top manufacturers, service providers, systems integrators, CSOs and consultants, taking place at one of Las Vegas' best locations – Drai's Beach Club. The Market Leaders Reception is a free event for SIA members. Not a member? Contact Ozzie Kocak at okocak@securityindustry.org to get access to this special SIA event…
Find out more »The Advance at ISC West
The Advance is SIA’s annual membership meeting at ISC West. At this special event, you’ll: Review SIA official association business Recognize volunteer achievements for the past year Exchange market intelligence for the year ahead SIA MEMBERSHIP AWARDS PRESENTED AT THE ADVANCE Chair's Award Member of the Year Award Jay Hauhn Excellence in Partnerships Award Sandy Jones Volunteer of the Year Award Committee Chair of the Year Award
Find out more »SIA Women in Security Forum Networking Breakfast, Keynote and Power 100 Celebration at ISC West
Join SIA’s Women in Security Forum for breakfast, premier networking, the 2024 WISF Power 100 celebration and a motivating keynote to close out ISC West! Don't miss this opportunity to connect with those who are ready to make a difference and shape the future of the security industry.
Find out more »May 2024
SIA GovSummit
SIA GovSummit, hosted by the Security Industry Association (SIA), is SIA’s annual public policy and government security technology conference. Each year, SIA GovSummit brings together government security leaders with private industry technologists for top-quality information sharing and education on security topics affecting federal, state and local agencies. The 2024 SIA GovSummit is free to government attendees and focuses on how government leverages security technologies to drive success across a wide spectrum of missions. GovSummit examines emerging policy trends, technology needs…
Find out more »October 2023
Security & Spirits: Witches Brew & Biometrics
Join the SIA RISE community for Security and Spirits, a fun virtual event taking place on Monday, Oct. 16, at 7:00 p.m. EDT and featuring Abi Stefanelli from Little Havana who will show attendees how to concoct a spooky Witches Brew cocktail followed by an intro into the world of biometrics with Erin Wilson, influencer education manager at dormakaba. Register here!
Find out more »SIAThere! Chicago
Join SIA members and security industry professionals at the next SIAThere! networking event on Thursday, Oct. 5, from 5:00-7:30 p.m. (CDT), generously sponsored by Motorola Solutions and held at the Motorola Solutions headquarters in downtown Chicago, Illinois. Come meet, connect and network with a diverse group of security industry professionals over complimentary food and drinks!
Find out more »Bourbon and Biometrics With SIA’s IBTAB
Join members of SIA’s Identity and Biometric Technology Advisory Board for a high-proof experience during Identity Week. This free social event, happening on Tuesday, Oct. 3, is for those attending Identity Week, and is also for local government staff and those working in the local identity, biometric and security communities. Come connect and raise a glass with us! Our happy hour location is at Yardbird, just one block from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Click here to register! For…
Find out more »November 2023
Cannabis Security Breakfast at ISC East
The Cannabis Security Breakfast from the Security Industry Association and SecurityInfoWatch, with support from ISC East, will feature experts in the field discussing how security companies can enter the sector and meet client needs, all without taking on unacceptable risk.
Find out more »SIA Honors Night
SIA Honors Night is a premier cocktail, networking and awards reception hosted by the Security Industry Association (SIA), taking place on Wednesday, Nov. 15, during ISC East 2023 and honoring exceptional members of the security industry for their leadership, commitment and service to the industry. New in 2023, SIA Honors Night brings together and connects up-and-coming security talent with established industry luminaries for an evening of celebration and supporting the future of the security industry. Leading up this year’s Honors…
Find out more »CSPM Review Course at ISC East
SIA's Certified Security Project Management (CSPM) Review Course is designed to help you prepare for the CSPM exam. This course covers key concepts and skills outlined in the exam blueprint and will help you identify specific areas where you might need to do some additional studying before the exam.
Find out more »Women in Security Forum Keynote Series at ISC East
Start day 2 of ISC East right by joining SIA’s Women in Security Forum (WISF) at our Keynote Series event! SIA WISF works to engage all security professionals to promote, recruit and cultivate the leadership of women for a more inclusive and diversified industry. This event, open to all ISC East badge holders, will include a dynamic keynote presentation, and coffee, tea and light grab-and-go breakfast options will be served.
Find out more »October 2023
Vertical Insights Airport Security Symposium
Providing security at the more than 5,000 public airports and nearly 15,000 private facilities in the United States is as challenging as it is critical. Each year, more than $200 million is spent on video surveillance and access control equipment alone, with the market expected to grow by 11% this year, according to a report produced by Omdia for the Security Industry Association. The next SIA Vertical Insights Symposium will take a closer look at airport security and will feature expert analyses…
Find out more »SIAcademy LIVE! Cybersecurity for Physical Security Professionals II
About the Course SIAcademy LIVE! is a series of instructor-led virtual courses to help you grow your business and technical know-how. In this series, developed in partnership with PSA Security Network, participants will learn about essential cybersecurity and networking subjects that are crucial for physical security professionals. Whether you are responsible for deploying and overseeing security solutions or require a solid grasp of these concepts for effective collaboration with partners and clients, this series of expert-led sessions has you covered.…
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